Iran's Acting Defense Minister Deems Recent Washington Statements "Psychological and Electronic Warfare"

Iran's Acting Defense Minister, Majid Ibn al-Ridha, affirmed Sunday that recent American statements fall within "psychological warfare and electronic operations." He emphasized that Tehran treats every threat as genuine. Ibn al-Ridha stated Iran would not be surprised or stand idly by; instead, it would leverage these threats to enhance readiness, boost deterrent capabilities, and develop its defensive power. He added that his country meticulously monitors developments and threats, asserting that preparedness for any potential scenario remains a top priority for the Iranian armed forces.